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9to5 Mac

• Apple retail stores and corporate offices in UAE temporarily closed
  March 1, 2026 by Zac Hall
  Apple has temporarily closed its corporate offices and five Apple Store locations in the United Arab Emirates following a significant escalation in Middle East conflict over the weekend. more…
• Apple believes low-cost MacBook will be an ‘incredible value,’ tempting switchers: report
  March 1, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  As early as tomorrow, Apple will be unveiling its highly anticipated low-cost MacBook. It’ll be powered by an A18 Pro chip, offer a slightly smaller display, but still hit on all of the core Mac features people know and love. The biggest point of debate has been the price point. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, […]
• Security Bite: What Apple does with your spam reports
  February 28, 2026 by Arin Waichulis
  9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most […]
• Will Apple’s upcoming low-cost MacBook actually be worthwhile?
  February 28, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  As soon as next week, Apple is set to unveil its cheapest MacBook to date. It’ll be powered by an A18 Pro chip, offer a 12.9-inch display, and come in a plethora of colors. It’ll also have a couple key compromises to bring it down to a lower starting price. That raises the question: will […]
• Indie App Spotlight: ‘Itsyhome’ adds smart home controls to your Mac’s menu bar
  February 28, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. If you’re someone who spends a lot of time on their Mac, you might often find yourself wanting to control one of […]

Macworld

• The MacBook disruption is about to begin
  March 1, 2026
  Macworld Everything we know about the MacBook is about to change. There have been widespread rumors that Apple is about to shake up its laptop range in the most significant way since it introduced the failed 12-inch MacBook in 2015. And after many months of speculation, it now feels like a near-certainty that a budget […]
• Turn your wallet into a trackable smart device with these slim cards for 24% off
  March 1, 2026
  Macworld TL;DR: Get three Apple Find My-compatible SmartCards for $89.99 — ultra-slim, rechargeable, and wallet-ready. Losing your wallet is a special kind of panic. The backtracking. The pocket checks. The sinking feeling. The KeySmart® SmartCard is built to eliminate that routine, with a 3-pack on sale for $89.99 (MSRP $119.97) for a limited time. Each ultra-slim card slips into your […]
• Apple’s cheap MacBook only has one job
  February 28, 2026
  Macworld Next week is going to be a big one for Apple. Along with a new iPhone and iPads, Apple is rumored to launch its most anticipated Mac release since Apple silicon’s debut. According to reports, Apple is going to release a new entry in the MacBook lineup, a budget laptop that can compete with […]
• Cherry KW 300 MX review: Mechanical yet quiet keyboard
  February 28, 2026
  Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Good typing feel High-quality materials Mac key layout Acceptable volume Very compact Cons No numeric keypad No Mac software for configuration Relatively heavy Our Verdict The KW 300 MX is a good choice for fans of mechanical keyboards. It offers a first-class combination of accurate typing feel and quiet […]
• This lifetime iOS cleanup tool is 71% off
  February 28, 2026
  Macworld TL;DR: Pay just $29.99 for Cleaner Kit Premium (MSRP $104.97) and use AI to clear duplicate photos, compress videos, merge contacts, and declutter your iPhone for good. Most of us have a camera roll packed with duplicates, blurry shots, and random screenshots you forgot about. Cleaner Kit Premium might be the easiest fix. Right now, lifetime […]

Technology

• Bring On Defunct: The iPod Enthralls Young Music Listeners
  March 1, 2026 by Kalley Huang
  It’s not exactly going analog, but people looking to move away from streaming say Apple’s old device is a small step away from constantly being online.
• At the Pentagon, OpenAI is In and Anthropic Is Out
  February 28, 2026 by Kevin Roose, Casey Newton, Whitney Jones, Rachel Cohn, Vjeran Pavic, Katie McMurran, Dan Powell and Alyssa Moxley
  It’s been a crazy 48 hours in the A.I. industry.
• OpenAI Reaches A.I. Agreement With Defense Dept. After Anthropic Clash
  February 28, 2026 by Cade Metz
  The deal came hours after President Trump had ordered federal agencies to stop using artificial intelligence technology made by Anthropic, an OpenAI rival.
• The British Watch Brand Apiar Goes Beyond Traditional Constraints
  February 28, 2026 by Thor Svaboe
  The tech-focused leaders of the British brand Apiar aim to stretch beyond watchmaking’s traditional material and manufacturing constraints.
• Silicon Valley Rallies Behind Anthropic in A.I. Clash With Trump
  February 27, 2026 by Sheera Frenkel, Cade Metz and Julian E. Barnes
  Actions by the president and the Pentagon appeared to drive a wedge between Washington and the tech industry, whose leaders and workers spoke out for the start-up.

Personal Tech

• A.I. Complicates Old Internet Privacy Risks
  February 26, 2026 by Brian X. Chen
  Artificial intelligence is convenient and easy to use, but you should think about what you say to the chatbots.
• How to Watch Free Live Television on Your Phone or Tablet
  February 22, 2026 by J. D. Biersdorfer
  Whether by app or old-school antennas, budget-friendly options abound.
• How the A.I. Boom Could Push Up the Price of Your Next PC
  February 12, 2026 by Don Clark and Loren Elliott
  A.I. companies are buying up memory chips, causing the prices of those components — which are also used in laptops and smartphones — to soar.
• A.I. Personalizes the Internet but Takes Away Control
  February 10, 2026 by Brian X. Chen
  The relentless addition of artificial intelligence in popular apps raises questions about what’s at stake. The answer: the future of the internet and its lifeblood, digital advertising.
• After Australia, Which Countries Could Be Next to Ban Social Media for Children
  February 3, 2026 by Lynsey Chutel
  Nations like France, Spain, Malaysia and Denmark are considering barring young people from platforms like Facebook and TikTok amid fears about their potential harm.